Much Ado About Nothing

“Some Cupid kills with arrows, some with traps.” (Hero, Act 3, Scene 1)

Glitz, glamour and scandal hit Messina in Changeling’s revival of Much Ado About Nothing. Think decadent costume balls and devious misdemeanours, in a play where love’s a battlefield and the gossip never stops.

Beatrice and Benedick swear they can’t stand each other. Hero and Claudio seem picture-perfect until a little drama crashes their party. Lurking behind the cocktails and confetti is one deliciously devious Don John stirring up trouble.

It’s sharp, it’s funny, it’s Shakespeare’s ultimate romcom with more twists, tunes and turns than you can shake a stick at.

Join Changeling in Summer 2026 as they celebrate 25 years of outdoor touring. Bold, sexy, and unapologetically fun, Much Ado About Nothing is the perfect summer play. There ain’t no party like a Shakespeare party…

“O, what men dare do! What men may do! What men daily do, not knowing what they do!” (Claudio, Act 4, Scene 1)

About Changeling

Changeling Theatre produces high quality, entertaining theatre in non-traditional locations for community audiences across the southeast and beyond. Productions range from re-interpretations of Shakespeare and modern classics to working with new writers and composers to create innovative new theatre.

Please read this important information about events at Trebah:

• Doors will open 1 hour before the performance to allow time for you to make your way to the amphitheatre to take your seat and make use of Tree Bar to grab a pasty or ice cream! Please allow 20 minutes to walk to the amphitheatre.

• Doors close 15 minutes after the start time of the performance.

• This event takes place in our open-air amphitheatre, please be prepared for Cornish weather. Outdoor events will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions, so please bring a coat! Umbrellas are not permitted as they obscure the view.

• With tiered seating and plenty of leg room, there’s no need to bring your own chairs (but a cushion is a good idea). Please be aware, that seating is unreserved. So for large parties and groups, please arrive in plenty of time if you would like seats together.

• A number of cushioned seats with back supports are available at the amphitheatre on a first-come-first-served basis.

• Our only toilets are within the Visitor Centre at the top of the garden.

• Free parking is available for all events.

· Trebah loves dogs but unfortunately they are unable to attend live performance events. Assistance dogs only please.

• We have a bar selling soft and alcoholic drinks, hot pasties and snacks. You are welcome to bring your own snacks.

· For a member ticket you must have a valid Trebah Membership. Reciprocal partnerships not valid.

• Due to the topography of the garden there is limited access to the amphitheatre, which may not be suitable for all types of mobility vehicles. We will do everything we can to make sure you can see the show but please call us on 01326 252205 before booking to discuss. If you have one of Trebah’s trampers reserved please arrive 1.5 hours before the performance starts to allow time for paperwork and journeying to the amphitheatre. You must reserve a tramper in advance, we are unable to supply them upon request on the night.
• For carer tickets, please call us on 01326252205.

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